Zorida Pacheco AP English IV Mrs. Saunders OBESITY

 Why this topic?  Growing epidemic  Curiosity  Prior Knowledge WHY OBESITY?

FOUNDATION  Leading up to Obesity  Family environment  Eating habits  Effects  Diabetes  Mental  Physical  Prevention  Exercise  Substitutions

 Today in United States  1 out of 3 kids  BMI > 30  Factors  Environment  Stress  Effects of obesity  Diabetes  Sleep apnea  Ache  Early death OBESITY

 Approaching kids  BMI based on percentage of kids  95%, 50%, 5%  Serving sizes  Milk (12 ounce cup)  Weight gain INTERESTING FACTS

 Weight can be accumulated quickly if not careful  Dangers of eating habits  Portion control  Food & TV  Balance  Over-eating  Kids can grow into their weight WHAT DID I LEARN?

 Anita Peterson  Registered Dietician  Nutritionist at Randolph County Health Department  WIC MENTOR

 Food Pyramid vs. My Plate PRODUCT

 Hours spent with mentor  15 hours FINAL PRODUCT

 Finding a mentor  Finding time outside of school to work on Graduation Project  Product OBSTACLES

 Thank you for your time  Any there any questions? Q & A